Description
Discover the delightful Weight Watchers Tuscan Chicken Pasta, a creamy and satisfying dish perfect for busy weeknights or entertaining guests. This recipe combines tender chicken breast, whole wheat pasta, and vibrant vegetables like spinach and sun-dried tomatoes, all coated in a rich sauce made from Greek yogurt and cottage cheese. With versatile cooking methods available—Instant Pot, Crockpot, or stove—preparing this healthy meal is a breeze. In just 20 minutes of prep and under 30 minutes of cooking time, you’ll have a flavorful dish that fits perfectly within your wellness goals while pleasing the entire family.
Ingredients
Scale
- ½ cup sun-dried tomatoes (or halved grape tomatoes)
- 1 tbsp minced garlic
- 3 tbsp Italian seasoning
- 2 lbs diced chicken breast
- 12 oz whole wheat pasta
- ¾ cup fat-free Greek yogurt
- ¾ cup fat-free cottage cheese
- 2 cups baby spinach
- ⅔ cup grated fat-free Parmesan cheese
Instructions
- Gather all ingredients and dice the chicken into 1-inch cubes.
- In an Instant Pot or large pot, add chicken, Italian seasoning, black pepper, and broth. For Crockpot, combine with only 1 cup of broth.
- Stir in pasta and sun-dried tomatoes; then add Greek yogurt, cottage cheese, spinach, and fresh basil.
- Seal Instant Pot lid and cook on high pressure for 8 minutes. For Crockpot, cover and cook on low for about 4 hours.
- Stir in Parmesan cheese until melted; garnish with fresh parsley before serving.
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 8 minutes
- Category: Main
- Method: Cooking
- Cuisine: Italian
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup (240g)
- Calories: 320
- Sugar: 6g
- Sodium: 480mg
- Fat: 5g
- Saturated Fat: 2g
- Unsaturated Fat: 3g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 40g
- Fiber: 7g
- Protein: 28g
- Cholesterol: 70mg